Summary: This gene encodes mevalonate kinase, a key enzyme involved in the biosynthesis of cholesterol and non-sterol isoprenes. The complete lack of encoded protein is lethal to mouse embryos. Mice lacking one allele of this gene exhibit increased levels of mevalonate in spleen, heart and kidney, as well as increased levels of serum immunoglobulins A and D. Alternative splicing results in multiple transcript variants encoding different isoforms. [provided by RefSeq, Apr 2015].

shRNA Design:

These shRNA constructs were designed against multiple splice variants at this gene locus. To be certain that your variant of interest is targeted, align it with our published shRNA design sequences. If these do not align, please utilize our custom shRNA service.

Performance Guranteed:

OriGene guarantees that the sequences in the shRNA expression cassettes are verified to correspond to the target gene with 100% identity. One of the four constructs at minimum are guaranteed to produce 70% or more gene expression knock-down provided a minimum transfection efficiency of 80% is achieved. Western Blot data is recommended over qPCR to evaluate the silencing effect of the shRNA constructs 72 hrs post transfection. To properly assess knockdown, the gene expression level from the included scramble control vector must be used in comparison with the target-specific shRNA transfected samples.

For non-conforming shRNA, requests for replacement product must be made within ninety (90) days from the date of delivery of the shRNA kit. To arrange for a free replacement with newly designed constructs, please contact Technical Services at techsupport@origene.com. Please provide your data indicating the transfection efficiency and measurement of gene expression knockdown compared to the scrambled shRNA control (Western Blot data preferred).

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